Harambe is our family’s intentional gathering — rooted in unity, legacy, joy, and connection. This year, we come together in New Orleans to celebrate family, create memories, and strengthen the ties that keep us connected across generations.
The Harambe webpage should encourage participants to use the countdown clock as a planning tool and not wait until the last minute to finalize travel. By May, guests should aim to have both their flights and hotel rooms booked. Travelers who prefer to make installment-style payments on their rooms should be encouraged to contact the hotel directly to ask about available payment options or reservation policies.
New Orleans in June is warm and often humid, so guests should pack lightweight and weather-appropriate clothing.
Travelers should review airport requirements in advance, including identification, baggage rules, and arrival timing.
Guests with TSA PreCheck or similar services should make sure their information is correctly connected to their flight reservation.
Participants should build in enough time for airport arrival, hotel check-in, and any transportation delays.
Packing for comfort, movement, and warm weather will improve the overall experience.
Don’t wait until the last minute! Use this countdown as your planning tool. By May, you should have your flights and hotel booked.
Aim to have flights booked by May and use the countdown clock on the webpage to stay on track.
Secure your room early using the booking link and call the hotel directly if you want to ask about payment timing or reservation policies.
Pack for warm June weather in New Orleans
Review ID requirements, baggage rules, arrival timing, and TSA PreCheck details before departure.
Plan how you will get from MSY to the hotel before arrival so check-in goes smoothly.
Together
Experience the soul of the South in a city where music fills the air, flavor defines every plate, and every corner tells a story. New Orleans is the perfect backdrop for reconnecting with old friends.
Jazz, blues, and rhythms on every street corner
From gumbo to beignets, taste the flavors of NOLA
Explore centuries of culture and heritage
Bourbon Street, rooftop bars, and late-night dancing
If you plan to attend Harambe 2026, now is the time to begin thinking about travel arrangements. Please consider your arrival and departure dates, airfare, local transportation, and any personal needs that may affect your trip.
The tentative host hotel for Harambe 2026 is Virgin Hotels New Orleans. Guests are encouraged to reserve rooms as early as possible to secure preferred accommodations during the gathering dates.
Accurate RSVPs are important to the planning process. They help us prepare welcome gifts, group experiences, reservations, and gathering materials. If your plans change, please let the planning team know as soon as possible.
A Google RSVP link was previously distributed for attendance confirmation. That form is now closed. Anyone who is still interested in participating should reach out directly to one of the planners for next steps and availability.
Participants should budget not only for airfare and hotel accommodations, but also for meals outside of scheduled group moments, local transportation, personal activities, shopping, and souvenirs. Planning ahead will help guests arrive ready to fully enjoy the experience without financial surprises.
